IndiaAverage weather for Chennai in October
It's hot in October in Chennai with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 28°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Chennai with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 27°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 33°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Chennai is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Chennai is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
In October, there is an average of 563 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Chennai in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
563 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Chennai?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Chennai. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Chennai runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2020, Chennai reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Chennai, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Chennai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Chennai, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 13 days of precipitation in Chennai.
Daily UV index in October in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Chennai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Chennai over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Chennai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Chennai over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Chennai, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Chennai
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chennai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Chennai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chennai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
